Pseudotumor cerebri with status epilepticus in a child: A rare presentation of vitamin D deficiency

Abstract

Key Clinical Message Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC) encompasses a constellation of symptoms caused by elevated intracranial pressure of unclear etiology. Various associations have been described, rarely hypovitaminosis D. Vitamin D deficiency should be considered as a potential etiology of neurological manifestations like PTC and seizures in children. Early diagnosis and correction of vitamin D deficiency is key to preventing morbidity and achieving good outcomes.

Keywords

• case report
• elevated intracranial pressure
• pseudotumor cerebri
• status epilepticus
• vitamin D deficiency